Charlotte vs Holly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holly

Girl #419 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holly tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#419
Total SSA Count
739
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hols

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Holly Rank #419

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #419 for Holly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Holly ___

  • Holly Mae
  • Holly Grace
  • Holly Jane
  • Holly Elizabeth
  • Holly Renee
  • Holly Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Holly

Ivy Violet Rose Lily Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Holly more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Holly at #419 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Holly mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Holly means "holly tree" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Holly boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Holly is primarily a girl name.

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